THE County approved the environmental review documents for Alpine Community Park on Wednesday, December 6, clearing the way toward hiring a contractor to begin phase one of Alpine’s first county-managed Park. The Board of Supervisors also approved a four-way crossing to support pedestrian and bicyclist safety near the park’s entrance. The Board’s actions bring the…
Did you know that Pan de Manila, renowned for baking the nation’s favorite pandesal, has a restaurant cafe? As the Paskong Pilipino season unfolds, Merienda by Pan de Manila extends a warm welcome to families seeking not just a meal but an experience that encapsulates the nostalgic essence of a true Pinoy Christmas. Made for…
The approved legislation will move forward 100 changes to the Planning Code to improve the small business permitting process and help fill commercial vacancies faster SAN FRANCISCO – Mayor London N. Breed’s latest round of small business reforms was approved by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, December 5. The legislation, which was co-sponsored by Supervisors…
MANILA – The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) has elected Consul Enunina “Nina” Mangio as the new president of the country’s most prominent business organization. Mangio, owner of several large businesses including the SamgyeopMasarap chain of restaurants, was unanimously elected by the incoming 20-member board of directors of the PCCI during its annual…
LEADING U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel returns to Kabayan Bistro at Little Manila along Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside, New York, to answer more questions from our Kapamilya. When Aurora became a U.S. citizen, she petitioned her two sons, who were already over 21 years old. She wants to know how long they must…
Dubnation and basketball fans in the Bay Area were treated with a night of Pinoy culture in the first Filipino Heritage Night of the Golden State Warriors of the 2023-2024 NBA Season, held at Chase Center in San Francisco on November 18, 2023. The Filipino Heritage Night featured performances by martial arts group Global Arnis…
THE controversy about the increased risk of brain cancer and other health concerns among avid users of cellular phone is upon us once again. The internet is flooded with claims and counterclaims, and some misinformation. In this column in May 2000, we wrote about the reported “possible” adverse health effects of the frequent and prolonged…
Before earning her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration, Filipino-American illustrator Amira Humes had illustrated her mom’s sinigang recipe for a project, resulting in the artwork being featured in a Filipino grocery store in Nevada and online. The mural, a collaboration with Knorr, prominently features the tamarind soup mix product as Amira wanted to connect…
Los Angeles — The Filipino Ministry of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles joyfully announces the annual Simbang Gabi celebration – a cherished Filipino tradition that brings together our vibrant community in anticipation of the Christmas season. This year’s Simbang Gabi promises to be spiritually enriching, emphasizing the theme: “Jesus, The Greatest Gift of All, Truly…
Establishing parentage rights for Moms is a lot easier than establishing one for unmarried Dads. Moms can establish this by simply showing proof of her having given birth to the child. Family Code §7610. Establishing parentage rights, including custody and visitation rights, becomes more problematic with unmarried Dads because proving yourself as the biological father…
The University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Greater Los Angeles (UPAAGLA) and partner Bayanihang Marikenyo at Marikenya (BM+M) officially launched Project Hulmahan Los Angeles exhibit on November 11, 2023. It was held at the Filipino American Community of Los Angeles (FACLA) Hall in downtown Los Angeles. Over 100 people attended the launch to witness…
Filipinos Advancing Creative Education (FACE) expands their annual toy drive to the first ever FACE Holiday Festival Tour, spreading holiday cheer in Filipino cultural districts across the United States LOS ANGELES, CA —Filipinos Advancing Creative Education (FACE), a nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting the next generation of Filipino American creatives, honors cultural roots and aims…
After an unprecedented crackdown on misleading advertising claims by insurers selling private Medicare Advantage and drug plans, the Biden administration hopes to unleash a special weapon to make sure companies follow the new rules: you. Officials at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services are encouraging seniors and other members of the public to become…
It’s a good day when Frank Lee, a retired chef, can slip out to the hardware store, fairly confident that his wife, Robin, is in the hands of reliable help. He spends nearly every hour of every day anxiously overseeing her care at their home on the Isle of Palms, a barrier island near Charleston,…
Panglao Island, Bohol– The Department of Tourism (DOT) led by Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco formally inaugurated and turned over the first completed Tourist Rest Area (TRA) in the Province of Bohol on Saturday (Dec. 2). The first-ever TRA in Bohol will cater to tourists passing through the town of Dauis, which serves as a gateway…
Makati, December 1, 2023 – The Philippine Hotel Owners Association (PHOA) and Leechiu Property Consultants (LPC) have joined forces in an unprecedented collaboration aimed at strengthening the country’s hotel industry. Through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the two organizations will facilitate a secure and structured exchange of knowledge, data, and best practices among hospitality stakeholders…
Establishing parentage rights for Moms is a lot easier than establishing one for unmarried Dads. Moms can establish this by simply showing proof of her having given birth to the child. Family Code §7610. Establishing parentage rights, including custody and visitation rights, becomes more problematic with unmarried Dads because proving yourself as the biological father…
Q: I am a college graduate in business management from the Philippines who migrated to the United States. I got work as a caregiver at a nursing facility. After a few years, I was promoted to a supervisor position: still providing direct care but also overseeing other caregivers. The patients and my co workers like…
“Father, I love your article this Sunday, but I’m sorry that you have to write and remind us of the problems of the world all the time,” a concerned parishioner told me. I appreciated her affirmation, but her remark made me reflect further on the conflicts, wars, divisions, corruption, and lack of good leadership present…
by Julie Appleby KFF Health News A hospital system in Georgia. Two medical groups in San Diego. Another in Louisville, Kentucky, and nearly one-third of Nebraska hospitals. Across the country, health care providers are refusing to accept some Medicare Advantage plans — even as the coverage offered by commercial insurers increasingly displaces the traditional government…
Hate crimes in Los Angeles County surged in 2022, with attacks targeting a wide spectrum of racial and ethnic, religious, and sexual minorities. The increase is attributed in part to a rise in reporting locally, but also tracks wider state, national and even global trends. The latest data comes from LA County’s Commission on Human…
It’s definitely ‘A Room For Hope’ when you book with us this holiday season! Celebrate Christmas with a heart and donate to our chosen charity. Php 200 will be donated for every room sold. Php 5,800 nett – Deluxe Room Php 6,800 nett – Executive Room Deluxe Room Inclusions: •Buffet Breakfast for 2…
Manila, Philippines–After the much talked about 72nd Miss Universe Pageant, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco personally extended an invitation to Filipina beauty queen and actress Michelle Marquez Dee to join the Department’s promotional activities for tourism to further position the Philippines as a desirable country of destination among travelers. This, as Dee…
New Orleans, USA – The Philippines, renowned for its award-winning underwater sceneries, attracted diving industry professionals and enthusiasts at the Diving Equipment and Marketing Association (DEMA) Show held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, from 14 to 17 November 2023. Led by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines in collaboration…
Initiatives designed to make communities safer for San Diego residents
THE County of San Diego announced on Wednesday, November 29 that it received a $125,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program. This grant will allow the county’s Department of Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities to promote safe practices for pedestrians and bicyclists and provide education about the importance…
SAN DIEGO – Spare Pen presents the premiere of “Every Day Vanilla,” the debut play of writer-actor Lani Gobaleza. Performances begin at MOXIE Theatre on Thursday, December 14 through Friday, December 29, 2023. This production is presented separately from MOXIE Theatre’s programming. According to a release sent to media, the plot for the play goes…
THE County of San Diego has been chosen to team up with a Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) global research center, which will provide technical assistance on the evaluation of a county pilot program aiming to keep low-income seniors from becoming homeless. The County’s Office of Evaluation, Performance and Analytics (OEPA) will work with the…
THE San Diego County Sheriff’s Department is being recognized by the San Diego County Taxpayers Association for giving men and women in county jails a second chance to successfully prepare for their return to our communities. During the Taxpayer’s Golden Watchdog and Fleece Awards on November 16, the Sheriff’s Department received the “Public-Private Partnership Award”…
